CEO of Concerto, a fast-growing group specializing in economic intelligence, strategic communication, and public affairs, with a strong presence in emerging markets. François Hurstel founded Concerto in 2016 to support multinational companies, governments, and institutions on key challenges such as risk management, stakeholder engagement, as well as reputation, image, and influence. Today, Concerto operates in eight countries across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. As CEO, François drives the group’s strategy and development while remaining actively involved in its growth and with certain strategic clients. Before founding Concerto, he worked at the United Nations, GL Events, and contributed to the creation of Hopscotch’s Africa division. He is a graduate of the London School of Economics (LSE) and Paris-Sorbonne University (Paris IV).
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